2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1963 Isuzu Minx | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | CTS | Minx |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
